Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2006 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 158,532 miles on the clock, averaging 8,216 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for BN56 GVM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 158,532 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,520 |
| Average per year | 8,216 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN56 GVM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BN56 GVM
What car is BN56 GVM?
BN56 GVM is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BN56 GVM?
The last recorded mileage for BN56 GVM was 158,532 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN56 GVM passed its MOT?
BN56 GVM has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2026.
Is BN56 GVM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN56 GVM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BN56 GVM?
BN56 GVM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.